APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

The APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 08/2026) has been released by the Assam Public Service Commission for 1 vacancy of Geophysicist under the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Assam, in the Mines and Minerals Department. Interested and eligible candidates who are permanent residents of Assam can apply online through the official APSC recruitment portal from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026. This article covers complete details of APSC Geophysicist Recruitment 2026, including eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, application fee, and how to apply online.

The candidate must be an Indian Citizen as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India. | The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam. | A valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes, or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate, must be uploaded as proof of residency. | M.Sc. in Geophysics | M.Sc. in Applied Geophysics | M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics | M.Sc. Tech. in Geophysics | M.Tech. in Exploration Geophysics | M.Tech. in Geophysics | Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. in Geophysics

The candidate should not be less than 21 years of age and not more than 38 years of age as on 01 January 2026. The upper age limit is relaxable as follows: Category Age Relaxation Upper Age Limit SC/ST 5 years 43 years OBC/MOBC 3 years 41 years PwBD (irrespective of category) 10 years 48 years The age of candidates will be calculated based on the Class-X/Class-XII Examination Admit Card/Pass Certificate/Marksheet issued by a recognized Central/State Board/Council, where the Date of Birth is clearly reflected. No other document will be accepted as age proof.

The selected candidate will receive the following pay scale, grade pay, and other allowances as admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time. Pay Scale Grade Pay Pay Band Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 1,10,000 Rs. 13,900 Pay Band - 4